2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (197 HP) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 730 kg more than 2009 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Five Hundred | Thalia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 281 Nm | 105 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2473 mm |